The Environmental Impact of Our Favorite Pastimes
Most people don’t realize that although changes in the government do need to take place, most of the power to actually solve our problems lies with us.
Currents: Latest Environmental News & Sustainable Innovations
Understanding & Addressing Deforestation: How Can I Help?
Though approximately 30% of the world’s land area is still covered by forest, much of it will disappear if the current rates of deforestation continue.
The Public Health Impact of Vehicle Exhaust
An often overlooked externality of vehicular emissions is the damage they cause to public health.
The Current State of Energy Storage
At the moment, pumped hydro storage is the most commonly employed technique for storing renewably generated energy for later use.
How About Not Keeping Receipts? The Hidden Threat of BPA
Receipts are often coated with BPA (bisphenol A) and BPS (bisphenol S), chemicals proven to be endocrine disruptors which can lead to human health problems.
Forest Founders: Using Gamification To Fight Climate Change
Forest Founders rewards it members with points and honors for their contributions, which all go towards planting of trees in America and Africa.
Innovations Key To Improving Sanitation Around The World
Can the nano membrane toilet and other recent innovations improve dire sanitation conditons in many parts of the developing world?
As Costs Plummet, Switch to Solar Makes More Sense
Switch to solar? The benefits of switching over from fossil fuels are abundant, especially as the costs of materials and production comes down.
Greener Senior Care Facilities Come Of Age
Grandparents want their grandchildren to inherit a clean, healthy environment. Many seniors look for eco-friendly upgrades when selecting a care facility.
Why You Should Teach Your Child to Recycle
Most kids learn that you should recycle plastic water bottles and paper — and that’s often the extent of their recycling education…